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Geyserville Inn
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Dry Creek Valley · Sonoma County · Healdsburg
aesthete winery & farm
Jesse Katz makes estate wines from Dry Stack Vineyard on a working animal rescue farm.
4.6(193)
Known forPinot NoirCabernetDog-FriendlyKid-FriendlyPicnic AreaSustainable
About aesthete winery & farm
Aesthete Winery & Farm is renowned for its commitment to crafting premium wines from the unique terroir of Dry Stack Vineyard, under the meticulous guidance of acclaimed winemaker Jesse Katz. The winery, founded by Sonoma County natives Jeff and Hilary Jones, combines a passion for winemaking with a dedication to sustainability and animal rescue, creating a distinctive experience for visitors amidst beautiful farm and garden settings.
Why Visit aesthete winery & farm
Winemaker Jesse Katz crafts each vintage from Dry Stack Vineyard and holds release until he deems them ready to drink. Founders Jeff and Hilary Jones run an active animal rescue operation on-site, so tastings unfold alongside farm life.
- Jesse Katz serves as winemaker for Dry Stack Vineyard estate wines
- 2023 Barrel Aged Sauvignon Blanc ($80) and 2023 Field Blend ($85)
- Creekside Tasting ($40) allows outside food, kids, and pets
- Working animal rescue farm operated by founders Jeff and Hilary Jones
- 2022 Rockpile Ridge Vineyard, Pritchett Block Cabernet Sauvignon ($125)
The Setting
Dry Creek Valley farmland surrounds both tasting areas: the main indoor space and an outdoor patio near the creek. Rescued animals roam the property, visible from seating areas. Gardens and vineyard rows frame the creekside zone, where picnic tables and open lawn accommodate kids and dogs alongside wine guests.
The Tasting Experience
The Introductory Tasting ($40) pours current releases on the patio or inside, while the Creekside Tasting ($40) moves the same lineup outdoors near the water, where outside food, children, and pets are all welcome. Staff pours estate wines—Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, and Perspective Red Blend among them—with context on Katz's winemaking decisions and the vintage each was held back until release.
The Tasting
Tasting experiences.
Introductory Tasting
$40Meticulously crafted current releases from winemaker Jesse Katz. Main tasting room or outdoor patio.
The Pour
$80$41
Wine list. (3)
| Wine | Type | Vintage | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2023 Barrel Aged Sauvignon Blanc | Sauvignon Blanc | 2023 | $80 | |
2023 Sauvignon Blanc Hints of orange blossom, ripe white peach, honeydew melon, and nectarine | Sauvignon Blanc | 2023 | $41 |
2023 Barrel Aged Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc2023
2023 Sauvignon Blanc
Hints of orange blossom, ripe white peach, honeydew melon, and nectarine
Sauvignon Blanc2023
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Drive Times
From Sonoma hotels.
Estimated drive time from each hotel to aesthete winery & farm, ordered by proximity.
| Hotel | Drive | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Montage Healdsburg | ~13 min | Book |
| Hotel Healdsburg | ~16 min | Book |
| Farmhouse Inn | ~25 min | Book |
| The Lodge at Bodega Bay | ~48 min | Book |
| Olea Hotel | ~58 min | Book |
| Cottage Inn & Spa | ~1h 10m | Book |
Estimates based on straight-line distance with a wine-country routing factor. Actual drive times vary with traffic and route choice.
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